‘The dictator appoints somebody who exonerates him. That’s what happened here,’ he says.

16 felonies suddenly dropped and case sealed, sparking outrage from Chicago police and mayor.

Ended up dropping all 16 felony counts, sealed evidence from public view.

Local media obtained files through FOIA request after court sealed case from public.

Leftist duo connected to Smollett’s prosecutors, who worked out deal behind closed doors.

‘Where is the accountability in the system?’ says Rahm Emanuel.

Chicago police furious after 16 felony counts against ‘Empire’ actor dropped.